Ingredients

Directions

Put oil in skillet over medium high heat; when hot, add onion and cook until soft, about 10 mins; set aside.Meanwhile, combine all remaining ingredients except salt. Add water to cover by about 1 inch and bring to boil. Adjust heat so mixture bubbles gently, and cook, stirring occasionally and adding water if necessary, until lentils are tender, 15-20 mins. Sprinkle with sale and more pepper and keep cooking to desired tenderness. Lentils should be saucy but not soupy.Remove cloves from pan and add reserved sauteed onion. Stir in optional 2 T butter. Taste and adjust seasoning, then garnish with cilantro and serve4 servings